I'm sure it's no surprise that with every new year comes a fresh set of trends. Bold brows and glowing skin dominated the beauty world in 2018, but what can we expect this year? From a stunning copper hair color to skin-loving ingredients, there's an amazing mix of new concepts in beauty and trends we all know and love. Keep scrolling to find out what to keep an eye out for on your next trip to Target or Sephora. 

Natural Brows

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It's time to say good-bye to the boxy arched brows, which dominated our Instagram feeds in 2018. This year POPSUGAR, Marie Claire, and Elle have all named the 'natural brow' as the new style for them. To achieve this look, simply apply a tinted eyebrow gel and then you're good to go! A brow gel will add a little definition, keep the natural shape of your brow, and lock the hair in place all day long.

Try these brow gels for a natural look: Pacifica Brow Gloss, Glossier Boy Brow, and Wet n' Wild Brow Mascara

Eyeliner

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Photo from Tarte.com

Of course eyeliner never truly goes out of style, but the popularity of the no makeup makeup look has put our liquid friend on the back burner. Guess what! It's coming back. Liquid eyeliner will be the hottest way to make your eyes pop this year. Feeling adventurous? Try a graphic look to make a bold statement.

Try Tarte Cosmetics' Lights Camera Lashes Liquid Eyeliner, Maybelline Line Stiletto Liquid Eyeliner, or 100% Pure Long Last Liquid Eyeliner to achieve a sleek cat eye.

Matte Skin

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Just like that, matte skin is back! Style Caster, Marie Claire, and Elle have all deemed the finish this years go-to look. Honestly, this makes me a little sad, I love highlighter and a nice glowy look. To accomplish this look, try the Kat Von D Lock-It foundation,  BareMinerals Pro Powder Foundation, or the It Cosmetics Matte CC Cream foundations or add a mattifying powder to a satin finish foundation, like the BareMinerals Mineral Veil, Maybelline Fit Me Powder, or Kat Von D Lock-It powders.

Bold Lip 

Photo from Cacique Tribe

Get ready to bust out your candy apple reds and vivid hot pinks because bold lipstick is back. Over the last two years we've seen nothing but nude lips everywhere! Health, Cosmopolitan, and Glamour have all added this trend on their list of what to look out for in 2019. Honestly, I'm so excited about it. Sure, I love my natural pink lipstick, but it's so fun to wear a bold lip every so often! I can't wait to incorporate more brighter lipstick shades into my looks!

Shop these lipsticks to give off #BoldLipVibes: ColourPop Blur Luxe Lipstick - "All the Tea," ColourPop Ultra Satin Lipstick - "Ambush," Burt's Bees Satin Lipstick - "Scarlet Soaked," Make Up For Ever Artist Rouge Lipstick - "Pink Coral C306"

Copper Hair

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A red / copper hue is this year's hair color of the year. Do you remember when I dyed my hair about a year and a half ago? Yeah, it's pretty much that exact same color, which is really making me want to turn into a red head again. This is such a beautiful color, and it'll be so neat seeing more and more people sport the shade.


Wellness Meets Beauty

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Recently, we've seen a shift towards clean beauty in the industry. The term "clean beauty" refers to the ingredients in the products. Products that are clean don't include harmful chemicals like sulfates, parabens, and phalates. Consumers want brands to be more transparent about the ingredients used in their beauty products. That's exactly what's happening, which  makes me super super happy! Origins, BareMinerals, and RMS Beauty are just a few clean brands that have become more revenant, and Sephora has even dedicated a whole shopping guide with a special seal to clean beauty. Okay, so I could talk about this all day. Perhaps a clean beauty post is in store?

Check out these brands which use good-for-you ingredients: 100% Pure, YesTo, RMS Beauty, BareMinerals, and Origins

From vivid lip colors to coppery auburn hair, there are so many exciting beauty trends heading our way this year. I'm so excited to try out these new trends. Which one are you most excited to try? Let me know in the comments below or tweet me @CaitlinRedd13 using the hashtag #ATinyTrendsetter

Making This Year the Best: My 2019 Goals

Hello! It's been a minute since I last posted on here, but you know what? It's a new year, so I'm ready to create new content.

I figured the best way to start off 2019 was to share my goals for the new year with you. No matter how cheesy it sounds, I love the idea of having a fresh start. It's a clean slate, and I have the ability to make it the most amazing, positive year ever.

I believe writing down and sharing your goals for the year is a really great way to hold yourself accountable for what you hope to accomplish. Having everything written down in one spot also makes it way easier to go back and look at how far you've come throughout the year. Keep scrolling to find out what goals I'll be accomplishing this year!

My 2019 Goals:

1. Secure a full-time job in my field.
After moving to New York, I've realized that this is a lot harder than I anticipated, but I know this will be the year I get a full-time job in editorial or social media in the fashion / beauty industry. It just takes lots and lots of hard work.

2. Start a YouTube Channel
I started watching beauty and lifestyle gurus on YouTube back in high school, and that's actually how I learned a lot about makeup. I've always wanted to start my own channel and create videos about things I'm passionate about, so I figured why not finally start? This is probably what I'm most excited to begin!

3. Create More Content
This is sort of similar to my goal above, but this goes beyond just creating videos. Whether it's a blog post, Instagram post, video, or Insta Story, I just want to create as much content as possible! Last year I realized how much I truly love doing this. I have so many ideas that I can't wait to bring to life!

4. Meditate Everyday
In 2018 I realized how beneficial meditation is to me. It helps with anxiety, makes me feel calmer, and is an amazing way to slow down for just 10 minutes a day. If you aren't familiar with it, check out my article I wrote about the best meditation apps to use.

5. Keep Meal Prepping
When I meal prep I save so much money on food. I'll admit, it can be a little overwhelming at first, but once you get the hang of it, it's honestly the best way to cook. Not only do I save money, but I eat healthier and save time throughout the week, which is a huge help since my schedule is all over the place. Leave a comment below if you want to see a blog post about meal prepping!

6. Write it All Down
I got the new Blogilates planner for Christmas and I absolutely love it! I feel so much better when I write out my to-do list, daily gratitude, and work schedule. The planner also has a habit tracker, which I love because it's so easy to keep track of things that I want to do daily.

7. Continue My Yoga Practice and Dance More
I grouped these two things together since they both have to do with fitness. Last year, I started going to yoga pretty regularly and I love it so so much! I'm really looking forward to learning more about yoga and getting even better at it. I also want to start dance again. I danced for 13 years, and I miss it SO much, so I'll be making sure to go to some classes this year!

8. Run 4 Miles / Incorporate More Cardio into My Workouts
Back in 2018 I got pretty close to doing this, and my time per mile actually improved. After breaking my foot, I never fully got back into running like I used to. To be quite honest, cardio kind of took a back  burner in my fitness routine after it happened. I definitely wouldn't call myself a runner, but I really want to push myself to run 4 miles this year, and find fun ways to add more cardio into my workout routines.

When creating goals for the new year I think it's super important to make sure they are all attainable. Sometimes I feel like people can get a little carried away when thinking of their goals. If you create a bunch of giant goals for yourself it will get overwhelming, and you'll find yourself not accomplishing any. The best approach to this is sticking with goals you can actually see yourself doing, and then breaking it up into sections. This way you won't be overwhelmed with a huge goal and have no where to start.

Let's say you want to start eating healthy. I know, super cliché, but it is the top New Year's resolution after all. Instead of heading the grocery store and staring at the produce section with no idea where to start, try picking a healthy dinner recipe to make, and then eat it throughout the week. Or you could start by swapping your snacks for healthy options like fruit, carrots and hummus, or Larabars. At the start of each week you can add one more thing, like trying a healthy breakfast or lunch until it becomes a routine.

What are some of your goals for 2019? Let me know in the comments below, or tweet me @CaitlinRedd13

6 Ways to Make the Most of Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party

If attending Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party isn't on your Disney bucket list, then it's about time to add it. This Holiday themed event takes place on select nights at the Magic Kingdom between November 8th and December 21st. Between the parade, stage show, and character meet-and-greets, there is so much to do in one night. I know, it may sound like a lot, but there is no need to worry. With a few easy tips you'll be able to conquer everything the party has to offer. Hey, you might even be able to sneak in a little more magic.

1. Arrive Early

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The Very Merry Christmas Party doesn't start until 7:00 pm, but guests who have tickets for the event are allowed into the park starting at 4:00 pm. Take advantage of these extra three hours to ride any attractions you may want to ride, and secure that coveted meet-and-greet spot up front for any exclusive characters you're hoping to meet!

2. Meet Characters During a Parade or at the End

At the party, there are many character meet-and-greets like the princesses with their prince, Mary Poppins with Bert, and the Seven Dwarfs that you usually can't meet during regular park hours. If you don't arrive until 7:00, your first instinct may be to jump in line first thing when the party starts, and I don't blame you. By the time the party starts there's a good chance the line could be well over an hour long. Since nobody wants to spend most of the night waiting in line, plan on meeting characters during the first parade, stage show, and fireworks times. These are the most popular times for each activity, so character lines will be the shortest. This is how I was able to meet the Seven Dwarfs, Mary Poppins and Bert, Rapunzel and Flynn Rider, and Santa Goofy all in one night.

3. Attend the Party During the Week

When choosing which party to attend, it probably makes the most sense to pick one on the weekend, but this is actually the busiest time to go. If you're able to, attend a party during the middle of the week. You'll have less crowds, shorter wait times and more cookies to eat, so it's a triple win situation and what could be better than that?! Oh, and the beginning of November and first week of December will be the least crowded Holiday times in the park.

4. Plan Out Your Night

When you enter the park, you'll receive a times guide that lists the various times of the parade, stage show, and fireworks throughout the night. If you're anything like me then you'll want to get the most out of your night, so be sure to plan out which parade, stage show, and fireworks show you want to watch. This will ensure you see everything you hoped for--nobody wants to miss out on Holiday magic!

5. Watch the Last Parade

With all of the excitement you'll want to do everything as soon as you get there. Hey, I don't blame you. I turn into a 5-year-old when I enter a Disney park too. Since the parade is the most popular activity throughout the night, the first showing tends to be the most crowded since many kids come to the party and don't stay until the very end. To get the best view possible, wait until the last showing. There will be a lot less people and you'll be able to get a lot more character interaction when you have a front row spot. Trust me, it's worth the wait.

6. Bring a Small Backpack or Purse

This may seem quite obvious, but when I attended the party last year, I just brought a small crossbody bag, which I later realized was a big mistake. The good thing about this party is that Disney will make sure you never go hungry. I was given so many free cookies I had no idea what to do with all of them. Make sure to bring a small backpack or purse to stash you tasty treats while you're enjoying all the fun.

See, with just a few tips it is 100 percent possible to conquer Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party all in one night. So what are you waiting for? It's time to start planning for the most magical Holiday celebration of the year!

3 Meditation Apps to Find Your Most Relaxed Self

Go ahead, take a deep breath. We all need to relax anyway. Between work, managing a social life, and fitting in a few sweat sessions, our lives can get pretty hectic. One thing I've learned this past year is how important it is to take quiet time for yourself even if it is just five or 10 minutes a day. This is where meditation comes into play!

Having an app to help you meditate makes it so much easier. I have to admit though, when I first started meditating it felt a little awkward and weird, but as I did it more and more it turned into my best coping mechanism for anxiety and it made me feel really really good.

Below, check out the three apps I use when I want to get my zen on.

1. Headspace

This app is great for beginners who have never meditated before. There is a free 7-day program for meditation newbies, which guides you through your meditation, and let me tell you, it's super helpful when you're not quite sure what you should be doing. This app taught me a lot about meditating. One thing I really like is how you can change the time of your session between 3 to 20 minutes depending on how much time you have. 

2. Calm

With guided meditations for stress, gratitude, self-esteem, and work, this app has so many 7-day courses you can go through to become more mindful in life situations. I love how this app has many specific situations that you can pick from, so you're able to improve in whatever area of your life you need to be calmer in. The only downside are the limitations you have before paying. For free, you can only do one session from the seven days of gratitude, stress, and self-esteem courses. The three sessions I did were so good. If it weren't for the pricey subscription, I would be using this app every single day.

3. Insight Timer

Insight Timer is my go-to app for meditating. There are thousands of various guided and unguided meditations you can choose from. There's everything. Literally. You can choose to do meditations for sleep, anxiety, starting your day, and so much more. There is also a huge variety of various times. I mean, you can meditate for as short as one minute to 90 minutes. I know, pretty crazy, right? Oh, and I can't forget, this app is completely free. That's right, all of the meditations are 100 percent free!


4. Sanity & Self

Whether you want to meditate or you need a little self care in your daily life, this app has you covered! While you will have to pay to use every single feature, this app offers a lot of free guided meditations and motivation compared to other apps. A really neat thing about this app is inclusion of lifestyle techniques like beauty tips, stretching / exercises, and ways to de-stress.

All four of these apps are a great place to start if you're looking to add a little mindfulness into your life. Meditating just 5 to ten minutes a day will have such a positive impact on your life. Trust me, you'll be surprised that such a short amount of time can really make a bid difference in your entire day. Go ahead, for just 1 week try mediating with any of the apps above. I'd love to hear what you think!

From Fashion to Music: My Current Favorites

Fall is such an exciting time. There's something about the start of a new season that makes me feel like I can conquer anything. I'm definitely more motivated and eager to try new things. Can anyone else relate?  From a new fashion or makeup trend, to the latest workout craze or album I've been listening to, when it comes to trying out something new during the season it could literally be anything.

While I've been adding a few newbies into my life and turning back to my trustee fall favorites (I'm looking at you plaid scarves and pumpkin chocolate chip muffins) I've rounded up some of my favorite things I've been dying to share with you.

Suede Skirts

I got this suede skirt from Anthropolgie about a month ago, and I've worn it about once a week since then. This piece has been such a fall staple for me. I love pairing this skirt with my ankle booties or riding boots. I've found that this skirt instantly makes the most basic of shirts look put together, and who wouldn't want a piece that can do that?!

Leaf Inspired Eyeshadow

I recently revisited my Minnie Mouse palette by Sephora after not using it for a while, and let me tell you, this palette has SO many fall inspired hues in it. I was instantly drawn to the copper, burgundy and gold shades which inspired me to create a fall leaf inspired eyeshadow look. When I have the time to do an in-depth eyeshadow look, you bet this has been my go-to.

Yoga

After breaking my toe a few months ago and having it take way longer to heal than expected, I'm finally back into exercising and I could not be happier. I recently did a free week of classes at Core Power Yoga and it made me fall in love with this type of exercise. Yoga is something I definitely want to continue to practice and get better at.

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins 

When the fall season rolls around, one thing I absolutely need in my life are pumpkin chocolate chip muffins. My absolute favorite pumpkin muffins are from Wegmans, but unfortunately there aren't any Wegmans' in New York. I know, so so sad. Since fall is all about baking, I decided to bake my own! However, I was super lucky because my good friend Shannon mailed me THREE boxes of my most favorite muffins and it honestly completed my entire season.

Carrie Underwood's Cry Pretty and Lauren Daigle's Look Up Child

These two ladies in music recently each dropped a new album within the past couple of months and let me tell you, it has made my commute to work, or basically anywhere I need to hop on the train 100X better. Both artists have such powerful voices and they're music is so inspiring. If you haven't already given their albums a  listen, it is totally worth it.

Pumpkin Clove Candle 

A few weeks ago, I bought a pumpkin clove candle from Anthropologie and it literally smells like fall in a jar. It smells so so good. If you're into delicious fall scents, then do yourself a favor and buy this candle.

What have been some of your favorite fall things? Let me know in the comments below or tweet me @CaitlinRedd13

Kat Von D Lock-It Foundation & Concealer Review

Wow! It's definitely been a little while since I did a review. However, thanks to Influenster I'm finally back with another one.

If you're not familiar with Influenster, it's an app/website where you receive free product in exchange for reviews--seriously, how cool is that?! Once you sign up, you say what your interests are (i.e. beauty, fashion), answer a few demographic questions, and then you let the reviewing begin! Based on your answers to the questions and the interests you select, Influenster matches you with campaigns. If you're a good fit they'll send you a VoxBox (can be one or multiple products) and then after testing out your new goodies, you'll hop on to Influenster and social media to let your friends know what you thought about the products.

A couple weeks ago, I received the Kat Von D Lock-It foundation and concealer. I have to admit, being the beauty fanatic that I am, you'd think I do a full-face of makeup everyday, but in reality that is not that case at all. I rarely wear foundation. I know, please don't send me to beauty jail.
After receiving this combo, I was super excited to see how it would hold up throughout the day.

FOUNDATION

Color Match: I couldn't be happier with how well this foundation matched my skin tone. Since I obviously didn't test out the product before receiving it, I was a little worried if the shade would be a good match, but it most definitely was! I received this in the shade 44, which is formulated for light skin with a cool undertone.

Application + Finish: If not wearing foundation on the reg didn't send me to beauty jail this may be the deal breaker: I applied this with my hands. I know I know I know, a dense foundation brush or beauty blender would be ideal, but I didn't have either available at the time, so hands it was!

Using my hands to apply the foundation actually worked very well (if you do this, make wash your hands before, nobody wants unwanted acne). I was amazed with how well and seamless the formula blended into my skin. It is medium-full coverage foundation that is buildable with a matte finish. After applying the foundation my skin looked flawless and completely shine-free. I set the foundation with Bare Mineral's Mineral Veil loose powder. This is a great base to the start of any makeup look.

Feel: There is nothing I hate more than wearing a foundation that feels heavy, like it's clogging my pores more and more the longer I wear it. Luckily the Lock-It foundation didn't give me this gross feeling. It was light-weight--I even forgot I had it on throughout the day.

Wear: The Lock-It foundation claims to be a long-wear foundation that will last 24 hours without any touch ups, and let me tell you, that's definitely not a lie. I wore this foundation all day, which included a full 8-hour work day. When I got home at 9pm my foundation looked like I just applied it.

PRO TIP: Apply a primer first for the longest wear and smoothest application.


CONCEALER

Color Match: I received this product in the shade 5, which is formulated for light skin with a neutral undertone. The color matched my skin 100 percent, which was perfect for covering up blemishes, but I mainly use concealer to hide those dark circles we all know and despise. When doing that, I like to use a slightly lighter shade to brighten up the under-eye area, so I can't say this is a concealer I would use every single day.

Application + Finish: I absolutely love the applicator! It's a fairly large-sized doe foot applicator. It contours my eye shape perfectly, which makes applying the product very easy. To blend concealer, I  always use my ring finger. I've found this is actually the easiest and most precise way to do so!  Compared to the Maybelline Fit Me concealer that I usually use, this formula is a little more difficult to blend completely--definitely not ideal if you're in a rush to do your makeup.

Feel: The feel of this concealer was great! It is light weight and doesn't feel oily or greasy.

Wear: After I applied the concealer on one eye and moved on to my other one, I was extremely surprised that my first eye had already begun to crease. Since this doesn't happen with my drugstore concealer, I definitely wasn't expecting it to happen with a high end one. After I used Mineral Veil powder to set my face, I didn't have any other creasing problems throughout the day--thank goodness!

Overall, I loved the Lock-It foundation and would totally recommend it to anyone on the hunt for a matte, natural looking foundation that that is light-weight and lasts all day. Wow! That's a mouth full, but I promise the foundation lives up to all of those words. For the Lock-It concealer, I honestly wouldn't recommend it. I was expecting more from a high end formula, and I found that it didn't perform any better than a drugstore product. You could definitely find a concealer that works just as well, if not better for a fraction of the cost at Target.

Below you can take a look to see how the foundation an concealer looks once it's applied and incorporated into an entire makeup look.

Have you tried the Kat Von D Lock-It foundation or concealer? If you have, I'd love to know what you thought! Share your thoughts down below in the comments, or tweet me @CaitlinRedd13 to chat all things beauty.

The Importance of Self Care and How to Practice It

When you think of self-care, yoga, green smoothies, and meditation may come to mind, but those things might not work for everybody and that's perfectly okay! The most important thing is to make sure you're doing something that you love and will stick to. This could be anything from watching your favorite movie to hanging out with friends, or pampering yourself with a face mask.

If you're not sure what self-care practices are best for you, check out my list below to get a few ideas. Who knows--you might just find your brand new routine.

Ways to Practice Self Care

1. Read

2. Take a bath
3. Watch your favorite TV show (Friends is the best)
4. Watch your favorite movie
5. Hangout with your friends
6. Take yourself on a date. Go out to lunch or grab coffee!
7. Bake a treat
8. Have an at-home spa day
9. Get your nails done
10. Do a face mask
11. Exercise
12. Fuel your body with healthy food
13. Go to a workout class
14. Go for a run
15. Go on a bike ride
16. Do some yoga
17. Meditate
18. Stretch
19. Unfollow social media accounts that don't make you happy
20. Take the time to try out a new hair style
21. Light a scented candle or turn on a diffuser
22. Write down 5 things you love about yourself
23. Do your makeup
24. Listen to a playlist that makes you happy

Like any new activity, practicing self-care takes time for it to turn into a habit. If you regularly incorporate any of the ideas above, I'm sure you'll start to feel more relaxed, happy, and overall in a better mindset. The goal should be to find a self-care activity that you look forward to and helps you relax. Are you using any of these 24 ways to practice self-care, or is there one you're going to try? Let me know in the comments below or tweet me @CaitlinRedd13 to share how you make time for yourself.